Gregory invariably yells at all of his employees, calling them \"stupid,\" \"idi

Question

Gregory invariably yells at all of his employees, calling them "stupid," "idiot", "doofus" or similar terms. However, when he shouts at his female staff members, he usually adds an additional word such as "bitch," "whore" or some obscene reference to the female anatomy. Adrianne is fed up with this behavior and decides to file an EEO complaint. Select one:

a. Adrianne cannot prevail on a complaint of hostile environment gender discrimination because none of her female colleagues have complained about Gregory's behavior.

b. Adrianne cannot prevail on a complaint of hostile environment gender discrimination because Gregory is an equal opportunity harasser of both men and women.

c. Adrianne cannot prevail on a complaint of hostile environment gender discrimination because Gregory has not asked her for sexual favors.

d. Adrianne can prevail on a complaint of hostile environment gender discrimination because Gregory's hostility has a component specifically directed to women.

Explanation / Answer

Answer: (d) Adrianne can prevail on a complaint of hostile environment gender discrimination because Gregory's hostility has a component specifically directed to women.

Explanation: EEO stands for “Equal Employment Opportunity” and it provides protection to employees from discrimination, harassment, bullying and other such inappropriate behaviour from their manager / employer. EEO is equal for all the employees irrespective of their gender, caste, education, religion or ethnicity, etc.

In the given scenario, Gregory displays inappropriate behaviour of harassment and bullying towards his employees, both men and women. Thus, Adrianne can file an EEO complaint and can prevail on a complaint of hostile environment gender discrimination because Gregory's hostility has a component specifically directed to women.

Related Questions

Navigate

• Browse (All)
• Browse G
• Subjects

Integrity-first tutoring: explanations and feedback only — we do not complete graded work. Learn more.